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Do you get the discount if rather than trying to Stack you downgrade. So from PS Extra to PS Essential - Thinking of Upgrading next year to Extra, as this is only an additional £ 7.00 on a standard Essential Sub, - Then Next Year Downgrading back to Essential and seeing whether I could go for 3yrs - Hope that makes sense - Kevin

Hi All, - Just playing Devil's Advocate to a few of the Comments regarding re-selling or purchasing used Games - The Down-side here is the the Developers see nothing back on a re-sold Game.
So we end up with a situation where a Group of People have all paid to play a Game, but the Developer has only seen a single Payment. - Yet we all clamour for Better / Bigger Games. - Is this why we get DLC offered, where many claim it should have been part of the Original Release. As most DLC is Digital this at least puts Money Back with the Developer.

In a similar vein to Callisto Protocol, where the creator seems to take the Job Title to the God Level. - Although you would have thought, that the Striking Distance Studio Experience would act as a Lesson Learnt for all new Releases from fledgling Companies - Obviously not....!

We need to offer constructive criticism on the release, as we require Studios to remain Open and Jobs Secure. -

Nice to see someone offer a Game not part of an IP Franchise or Sequel.

CyberPunk turn-arounds will not happen every day, but CD Keys done a superb job despite the appalling release copies.

Do we not need Healthy Competition to stop Runaway Software Prices....? - You need at least 2x Big Players Duking it out to continually push themselves to Better, Faster, Smoother Machines, Controllers, VR etc

@GirlVersusGame - Hi, thanks for reply - I did mean Skynet from the Terminator Films, where the Machines Take-over - I realise not a direct reference to the Servers Being shut-down, as with Skynet the AI becomes so advanced it controls everything. - Not sure whether shutting down your PS 4 / 5 / 6 etc would be high on their list of World Domination.

One Word - Skynet

Hi All, - What do we want in a New Batman Game ...? - Well, I would love that Wow factor that hit us when Asylum was released and Double Wow Factor when City Landed - How you create that same feeling of hard to put down Game Play and Narrative is a challenge - Who to Voice Batman ..? Not sure - But more Mark Hamill as Joker Please. - With the recent Penguin HBO, then another centre stage Character. - Batman not only the best Comic Book Character, but also a good depth of Villians

Hi All, - As I see it, each time a Game has a Digital Sale a small amount is given to the Developer - whereas, once a Physical Copy is Sold, any Resale, no matter how many times, sees No Monetary Return for the Developer. - Yes, I realise a Pre-owned Game may generate Digital Sales via DLC. However, with continual News of Studios Cutting back Workforce or Closing Down, surely every little helps (Sorry Tesco)

@Northern_munkey - Hi Sir, sorry to correct, but John Carpenters The Thing was a remake of The Thing from another World which in turn was based on a 1951 Book. - However, in total agreement, if you are going to watch The Thing, make sure it is the John Carpenter / Kurt Russell Film - One Film that never needed a Remake - When will they learn....?

Like a few others Aliens was on my "Wish" or "Wouldn't mind giving that a try" list - either way it has saved me approx £17.50 - if I look back over my recent Essential Games then Alan Wake, Zombie Army 4, Like a Dragon and Control, plus a few non-AA titles have made annual subscription a good investment.

@Teldoestofu - Hi there, you were saying you were surprised WH Smith didn't kick you out..? - Well if you look anything like your Avatar I think there-in lays the answer. - Full Credit to any Magazine still able to output in this digital age, gone are the days of a rolled up copy being kicked around the Tea Room

A Good Selection, Immortals is the type of game a lot of people have looked at but shied away from, whether due to cost or a Backlog of Games - Now we have a Game as part of our Subscription that we may never have played, let alone owned. We need to encourage Developers to launch New Ideas, rather than follow the Sequel or next years iteration path.
Hopefully, whatever Sony Pays the Developer of Immortal to put his on Essential helps keep the Studio looking into new ideas.

As she reaches for the Airship - all I could think was Bioshock
infinite - Just me ......?

Hi All, - The Cost of Risk & Reward Software tends to indicate we are going to see a massive reduction in Original Ideas for A+ Games, as the sequels or known IP's rule the roost. - We are expecting more from our Games, but then baulk at the Higher Cost. - Rather than pay for New DLC, some of wait for a GOTY edition. - So, where do we go - .....? - You can see the Rental Market being put into Place - for example a small fee to rent the 1st few levels for a set time (2 weeks) - if you like, then that Price is deducted from the Final Cost. - I realise a lot of us like the Physical Copy, but if the Trial Rental Fee is low enough, there is no reason you can't then buy the Physical Copy. - As for Exclusivity providing a better experience, I am not a Software Engineer, but if the PS5 Code was then given to Microsoft, how difficult is it for them to make adjustments so it is performs better on their Console - Just an Idea ...?

Deus Ex - Under-rated with a Strong Narrative - Would like to think the IP will surface elsewhere - The Augmented James Bond Format was a Good Formula

Hi All, I know we all look at e-bay, CEX, Game etc, - But you have to consider that purchasing 2nd-Hand / Used means no of your Cash is going back to the developer - admittingly you may Purchase DLC via the Store - Surely, (Yeah I know Stop calling me Surely..!) if there is a small difference in PS Store Sale over the 2nd-Hand / Used Market then we are better off putting our Money back with the Developer - we all want more games, so we need to assist, those who strive to bring us New Releases.

The Hook of a Good Narrative, (especially if you have avoided Plot Spoilers) and what situation your Protagonist will come up against next, make the Yakuza and Linked Titles a must play.
Lost Judgement was a Masterclass in Storytelling

Problem here is since Lego 2K Drive, everyone will be expecting Microtransactions -

Hi All, - Just to play Devil's Advocate - A Physical Copy only puts Money in the Developers Pocket on on its initial Sale - Once sold on they may be recompense from the New Owner if there is DLC available. And Yes some Season Passes are not far from the Retail Game Price, therefore if all Main Copies Sold are Digital, would this reduce the cost of DLC ....?

• Yes, I love Collectors Editions, but this Merchandise can exist outside of being packaged with the Game

Hi, Has anyone said Hats Off to Team Frontier - Many Thanks -
I assume I am not jumping the Gun, only to find the Expansion Pack teeming with Microtransactions ...!

Is this not screaming PSVR2 - ...?

Hi All, - As far as Microtransactions are concerned, I feel Game Releases should have a Clear Marking on the Game Case as per the advised Age Rating. (something like - we will attempt to fleece you, or Hope you have Deep Pockets if you want to progress or Cough Up, or others will leave you behind -

• Lego and Microtransactions in the same sentence should never have been allowed - I hope any backlash will be listened to and more importantly acted upon to put things right.

Hi All, - Would a small charge to Upgrade your existing Tables be a fair trade-off ....? - that way you could Update those you enjoy Playing and experience the new features - Generally, I am more than happy with the Original FX3 on PS5, and it would take a decent incentive before I consider an Upgrade.

Hi All - For those that complain every Month, surely this selection has covered the cost of a 1yr Subscription with Mass Effect - Plus Titles like Biomutant are in the Category of - Yeah, wouldn't mind trying it - Here is your chance, no time limit, no Gameplay Limit

Hi All, - If you want a straight-forward UK Purchase - go to Playstation Store and enter Bethesda in Search - Hope this helps

@Leighdegree - Hi Leigh, totally agree, there are a stack of games on the 2x higher tiers that make you think even if I play just a couple of AAA Releases (ie Spiderman & Ghosts of Tsushima) then I have Value for Money. - However, the fear of a partially completed game disappearing from the catalogue tends to make you think - by the time I get round to playing Spiderman or Ghosts of Tsushima I could buy in a Sony Sale or elsewhere for a reduced rate, but it is mine. - plus, if you have played a game that then releases DLC, but the Main Game is no longer in the Catalogue where do you stand ....? - at least if you own a Physical or Digital Copy there is No Problem - At the moment I shall stick with my Basic PS Plus, as I already have a Back-log of decent games to venture into

I think Two Point Hospital would be an awesome Title, and
agree with nyXhc420 an Assassin's Creed Game to see whether the rest of the Franchise is worth delving into.- Personally would not want a Multi-player with No Worthwhile Single Player Campaign.

Hi, Apologies if this has been covered elsewhere, but is there a time limit as to the availability of any particular game, before it is taken away from PS Plus Extra ....? - I already have a back-log but some of the PS5 / PS4 Games listed make it a No-Brainer, some of the top tier Games (even from Used / Exchange Stores) are more than the additional cost of upgrading from Essential to Extra

@ShogunRok - Hi, I would encourage re-reviews or should we say updates if an initial release has been slated due to Bugs, Glitches etc. - I often check reviews before purchasing games, but seeing a 2020 review detailing Bugs, Glitches, Crashes etc - I have no way of knowing whether this had been patched. - Or is there a site detailing patches that have been released for Game Titles ....?

No Complaints, the January Selection has re-paid my Year Subscription, so anything now on in is a Bonus - Not forgetting the PS+ extra Discount, Cloud Storage - I would not have purchased Planet Coaster, but then I said the same about Horizon Zero Dawn and since given away Free in Summer have just clocked 100Hrs. - A few more Indie titles would be appreciated, there are no doubt some Hidden Gems waiting to be discovered.

@kyleforrester87 - Totally agree, - nice to play a game where you actually need to use the additional weaponary - Tripcaster, Tear Arrows, Precision Arrows etc and then also be able to swap modifications to best suit your style of Combat - Plus various Outfits to deal with Terrain, Climate and Enemy.
Top Game

Is it possible that Triple A Games will now hold back Levels already developed, to be offered as DLC - which re-opens the argument of how long a Game should be - for a Non-Open World
FPS then I am happy to purchase DLC if I have got a good solid 15hrs Gameplay. -

I suppose the Game Pass Format would mean Developers would get Paid for every user of the Game, rather than just the Initial Purchase, where-after Games are passed on to other Users via Trade-in Stores

Hi - Surely the best indicator as to PSN Games will be what is not in sale Tomorrow - I agree with tomassi would prefer a Single Player Campaign rather than an on-line multi-player. - Hopefully a decent batch to welcome any newbie PS4 / PS5 Owners

Hi, - When I look at the Yearly Subscription and what I have in return then I am happy with the situation - I get to play a lot of Games I would never have dreamed of buying. - Might not always like them, but there is always the odd gem. - A few more PSVR Games would be nice, but not sure of what the % of PSVR Owners are subscribers to PS Plus.

@Col_McCafferty - finally, someone not complaining, who has taken into account the vast amount of quality titles on PS Plus over the past year - Your Subscription Cost has easily been met many times over. - Vampyr - Zombie Army 4 - Uncharted - Bioshock - Battlefied - Days Gone etc - Plus I am stocking up my PS5 Library in anticipation of actually seeing a PS5 - Yes, not every Month is perfect, either Not Interested, already Own, already Played etc - but overall, I have played a lot of Games I would not have given the time and thoroughly enjoyed - Life is Strange, and I always imagined Ratchet & Clank as a Kids Sonic knock-off (How wrong was I ...!)

Hi - Has anybody thought of asking the Guy in the Red Suit ...?
Thought I would offer this advice having sent my letter express delivery to the North Pole a few weeks ago ...! Fingers Crossed.

Hi All,- Seems a daft question,but with COD WWII DLC also on offer - are the War Mode Missions Single Player ….?
and are the Zombie Packs Single Player ….?
At the Price on Offer, I do not mind having Multi-player Maps that I will never use, but need to know if some content is Single Player
Thanks - Kevin

Another Freebie - to add to a game, that had some great set pieces,

• Railyard and Construction Yard Scenario's are Top Notch -

So a Big Thank You for those Parties responsible to Issuing the
DLC as Free to All - Appreciated

If they listen to feedback from Mafia III the Mafia 4 could be one of the best of its Genre -

ED 209 - No More needs to be Said - Not into Fighting Games, but what a Trailer - Well Done Marketing, How to Sell a Game

Seriously Guys - Do we still want to be putting Money in EA's
Pockets - ….? - No doubt they will introduce microtransactions as time passes - so £3.99 / Month £19.99 / Year will only be the Start of it - Kevin

I know it is easy to criticise being given games that majority seem to have played - Uncharted Trilogy and Bioshock Trilogy - but think of a New PS4 Owner from Xmas 2019 and you have been given a collection of truly outstanding games, with a compelling narrative -

Last Months PSVR Game was a top title, so would be happy with a Top Title every other Month, rather than a So-So Title every Month.

As for AAA Titles, I would never have purchased Titanfall 2 as do not get on with Big Robot Style Games where the Controls seem more suited to Flight Simulators - But WOW - What a Game - Great Combat, Good Weighty Feel to Powerful Weapons and Top level Designs - Shame about the Wall Running

Hi All, While I realise the majority have already Played the Uncharted Series, there are a lot of New Users who were given a PS4 by Santa -
So it is difficult to gauge - if a Game is that good, then the majority have already purchased or played -

As for the Gems being prequels to forthcoming releases, I tend to find if I have just played and enjoyed Watch Dogs, then I prefer to play a few differing titles before loading up Watch Dogs 2.

I think Sony should be looking at a range of PSVR Games as giveaways over the coming year, and vary the theme - 1x PSVR every other Month based on a different genre -

That's it - Kevin

Hi, Silly Question - Do you receive notification that you have reached the 1,000 Limit - Or can you find out how many you have currently used ..?
Thanks - Templedoom

Top Series and very Playable -

@RedMan33 - I have this on a PS4 Pro, but assumed it was because the System was running through the VR Box, as I do not
recall it happening when VR Box By-passed …? - I got fed up with Plugging / Unplugging HDMI Leads and without a suitable 4K UHD Splitter I accepted a toned down display for the VR to be ready as and when required -

I think a PSVR Game every second Month would be a Good Move by Sony, as may tempt more Buyers for the PSVR Headset, knowing there will be additions to their Library every second Month via PSN -

I have such a back catalogue of PS4 Games - Mainly due to PSN
Subscription, that if my PS4 fails while the PS5 is the current Console, it would be nice to be able to wade through the Back Catalogue of PS4 Games on my new PS5

Also, when a new Console is released it is rare to find a Shed Load of Games released at the same time -

Can you Honestly see the VR Games being ditched as Last Gen Console …?

Festive Season - Family Games - Everybodys Golf and Overcooked Festive Edition - Would love Sniper IV + a PSVR Title - But hey. it has been such a Strong Year, Sony will have to dig deep to pull one out from Santa's Sack

With Incredible and varied Sales, in PS Store, and No Fear of Streaming Lag, the PS Now option seems Expensive …?

@get2sammyb - Hi Sammy, I think when People see a Six, they perceive a just above Average Game, where a Seven begins to edge towards a good game - Instead of having to comment - "It was a Good Six" would be better with a % Score, where a Good Six would be 66% or above -

No doubt this has been discussed before, but thought it worth a mention

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